Neuropathy Treatment in Lubbock, TX

Neuropathy Treatment in Lubbock, TX

Neuropathy — damage or dysfunction of the peripheral nerves — affects millions of Americans and can be profoundly disabling. The burning, tingling, numbness, and weakness that characterize neuropathy can affect the feet, legs, hands, and arms, disrupting sleep, balance, and daily function. At Back 2 Health Chiropractic in Lubbock, TX, Dr. Brett Chavez, D.C. provides comprehensive evaluation and conservative treatment for patients suffering from peripheral neuropathy.

What Is Peripheral Neuropathy?

The peripheral nervous system consists of the nerves that branch out from the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body — the arms, legs, hands, feet, and internal organs. When these nerves are damaged, compressed, or inflamed, they malfunction, sending abnormal signals that the brain interprets as:

• Burning or tingling — often described as “pins and needles” or a feeling of warmth without actual heat
• Numbness — reduced or absent sensation in the affected area
• Sharp or shooting pain — electric-like jolts or stabbing sensations
• Weakness — difficulty gripping, lifting, or maintaining balance
• Sensitivity — extreme sensitivity to touch or temperature (allodynia)
• Balance problems — difficulty walking or standing steadily, especially in low light

Common Causes of Neuropathy

Neuropathy can have many causes, and identifying the specific cause is critical for effective treatment. Common causes include:

• Diabetic neuropathy — the most common form, caused by chronically elevated blood sugar damaging nerve fibers, typically affecting the feet and legs first
• Spinal nerve compression — when herniated discs, bone spurs, or spinal stenosis compress nerve roots in the cervical or lumbar spine, producing neuropathic symptoms in the corresponding limb
• Carpal tunnel syndrome — compression of the median nerve at the wrist
• Chemotherapy-induced neuropathy — nerve damage as a side effect of certain cancer treatments
• Nutritional deficiencies — particularly B12, B1, and B6 deficiencies
• Autoimmune conditions — such as Guillain-Barré syndrome or lupus
• Idiopathic neuropathy — no identifiable cause found in approximately 30% of cases

How Chiropractic Care Helps Neuropathy

At Back 2 Health Chiropractic, Dr. Chavez focuses particularly on neuropathy caused by or contributed to by spinal nerve compression. When a herniated disc, bone spur, or misaligned vertebra compresses a nerve root in the spine, it can produce neuropathic symptoms throughout the distribution of that nerve — into the arm or leg, sometimes all the way to the fingertips or toes.

Chiropractic adjustments restore proper alignment and motion to the spinal joints, reducing mechanical pressure on compressed nerve roots. Spinal decompression therapy creates additional space around compressed nerves by reducing intradiscal pressure and gently separating the vertebrae. Together, these treatments can significantly reduce or eliminate neuropathic symptoms when spinal compression is the underlying cause.

Dr. Chavez also assesses for peripheral entrapment — points along the nerve pathway in the limbs where compression occurs — and addresses those areas with targeted soft tissue therapies including massage and dry needling.

Collaborative Care for Complex Neuropathy

For neuropathy with systemic causes such as diabetes, Dr. Chavez works as part of a collaborative care team. While he cannot reverse the underlying disease, conservative chiropractic and soft tissue care can help reduce symptom severity, improve circulation in the affected extremities, and support better functional outcomes alongside medical management.

If your neuropathy requires further diagnostic workup — such as nerve conduction studies — Dr. Chavez will refer you to the appropriate specialist.

Schedule Neuropathy Treatment in Lubbock, TX

Don’t let neuropathy limit your life. Call Back 2 Health Chiropractic at (806) 425-5973 or request your appointment online. Dr. Brett Chavez, D.C. will thoroughly evaluate your condition and explain what treatment options may be available to you.